Down is the soft, inner plumage of waterfowl, such as geese and ducks. Down has abundant, light, fluffy filaments extending in all directions but does not have a feather's quill shaft. Down comforters keep humans warm, providing breathable comfort. Down comforters spring back to their original shape because of loft. Always look for down comforters made of white goose down.

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